Free Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening Course in Wallsend. Classes run at Tyne Metropolitan College, full-time during the day. This is a free esol skills for life speaking and listening course focused entirely on spoken English. You'll develop the skills to communicate clearly and confidently in everyday and work situations. The course typically takes 4 months. There are no specific entry requirements. Contact the college to find out about start dates and to confirm the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Programme Title = | Course Title = C&G Awd ESOL Skills for Life Speaking and Listening L2 | Qualification Aim Reference = 60142005 | Qualification Aim Title = Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) | College Delivery Area = Service Industries and Lifelong Learning (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)
Entry requirements
No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.
What you will learn
You'll develop your ability to speak clearly in formal and informal situations.
You'll practise listening carefully and responding to what others say.
You'll learn how to take part in discussions and conversations in English.
You'll build the vocabulary and language structures needed for everyday communication.
You'll develop skills for speaking English in workplace and community settings.
You'll learn how to ask and answer questions accurately in spoken English.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based, full-time during the day at Tyne Metropolitan College. You'll take part in speaking and listening activities, group discussions, and one-to-one practice with your tutor. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks. You'll be assessed on your ability to communicate in real spoken English situations, including formal and informal exchanges.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Tyne Metropolitan College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speak with customers clearly every day.
Receptionist: handle calls and face-to-face enquiries in English.
Care assistant: communicate with clients, families, and colleagues.
Retail assistant: serve customers and work as part of a team.
Warehouse operative: follow spoken instructions and communicate safely.
Classroom or teaching assistant: support teachers and talk with pupils.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): broaden your English skills across all four areas.
Level 2 Functional Skills English: the recognised GCSE English equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges across the UK.
Level 3 ESOL or English qualification: if you want to progress to further study or higher-level work.
Vocational qualifications in your chosen sector, such as health and social care, business, or hospitality, once your English is at the level employers need.